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  • Following Christ: Confessing Christ thumbnail

    Following Christ: Confessing Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Explore the power of confessing Christ, the process of discipleship, and the profound impact of following Jesus.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be diving into a crucial passage from Matthew 16:13-20. A passage that deals with the power of confessing Christ, the process of discipleship, and the profound impact that following Jesus has on our lives. As Oswald Chambers once said, "Our Lord's ...read more

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    Who Do You Say? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    Recognize Jesus as our Messiah, live out the Kingdom of God in our daily lives, and use our testimonies to glorify God, as illustrated in Matthew 16:13-20.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive deep into Matthew 16:13-20, a passage that has so much to tell us about recognizing Jesus as the Messiah, living out the Kingdom of God, and the power of our testimonies. In the words of Sherry K. White, "Apostles go into new territory and ...read more

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    The Great Confession: Faith That Transforms PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    This sermon explores the true identity of Jesus, the power of genuine faith, and the importance of committing to follow Jesus, as illustrated in Matthew 16:13-20.

    Good morning, church family! It's a blessing to be gathered here together to explore the Word of God. Today, we’re exploring Matthew 16:13-20, a passage that challenges us to recognize Jesus' true identity, discover the transformative power of genuine faith, and commit to following Jesus with all ...read more

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    Church Growth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,695 views

    Explore the importance of a strong, unified, and spirit-filled church community as the foundation for church growth and as a means to conquer worldly challenges.

    Good morning, church family. I'm delighted to see you all sitting there, ready to be filled with the word of God. Today, we'll be diving into the heart of Matthew 16:18. It says, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome ...read more

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    The Foundation Of The Church

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on May 29, 2025
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    This sermon looks at the establishment of the church and looks at what a firm foundation should look like. It should make you think "Am I doing my part"

    Introduction Today, we’re going to look at a passage of Scripture that reveals the foundation of the church and the assurance we have in Jesus’ promise. Let’s open our Bibles to Matthew 16:18. In this verse, Jesus makes a declaration: "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How They Got To Church”

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 2, 2025
     | 66 views

    Today is Easter Sunday. It is the Day of Resurrection. Today it is estimated that over 140 million Americans will attend church for Easter.

    “How They Got To Church” “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Hell's Gates SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    Christ builds His church and Satan cannot prevail because he does not have the right. The church has the authority to defeat Satan.

    Jesus said, "On this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it" (Matthew 16:18, NIV). In biblical times, city gates were fortified to protect against enemy armies. The gates were the only entrance to the city, and anyone who wanted to enter had to seek permission from ...read more

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    The Need For Church Life Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 629 views

    Regularly gathering together as a church is essential for our growth, unity, and purpose, as well as for worshiping God and carrying out the mission of the Gospel.

    Today, we're going to talk about the need for church life. You might have noticed that church attendance sometimes goes down, but that doesn't mean we should give up on it. In fact, we need each other more than ever to grow in our faith and make a difference in the world. To help us understand this ...read more

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    Kingdom Connections Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    We are called to be in fellowship with God and others, building a spiritual house together with Jesus as the master builder.

    Today, we're talking about how we're all wired for connection and relationships. We're not meant to do life solo, we're built for community. Let's pray for a clear vision of what real friendship looks like and the guts to grow in our relationships. Think about a Lego set. Each piece, on its own, is ...read more

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    God Accomplishes What We Can’t Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 6, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 667 views

    Grace is God doing in us what we can't do ourselves. In this passage, we see God's grace revealing Himself to Peter, Jesus building His church, and the church's victories over the power of death.

    Today, we're going to chat about some seriously cool stuff about how God works in our lives. The gospel isn't just good news, it's like the best news ever. And we don't have to wait until we're in heaven to experience it. God wants to do amazing things in and through us every single day. Picture ...read more

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    The Gates Of Hell Will Not Prevail PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
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    To explore the profound mysteries of faith, the foundation of the church, and the divine power given to believers, as illustrated in Matthew 16:17-19. Scripture: "And Jesus answered him, 'Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.'" - Matthew 16:17-19 Quote: "Faith is never identical with piety." - Karl Barth ________________ Introduction Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength that can resist even the darkest forces. Let's check out the

    Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength ...read more

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    Built For This PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,783 views

    Explore and understand the foundation, strength, and purpose of the Church as declared by Jesus in Matthew 16:18.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to explore a powerful passage from the book of Matthew, chapter 16, verse 18. Jesus said to Peter, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hell will not overcome it." Wow, what a declaration! Our ...read more

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    Who Is Jesus To You? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,897 views

    This sermon encourages Christians to personally know Jesus, publicly proclaim Him as the Messiah, and persistently pursue a relationship with Him in their daily lives.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, to share the Word of God, the bread of life, and to commune with you in this sacred space we call fellowship. As we gather together under the banner of Christ's love, let's remember that we are here not ...read more

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    It's Personal PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,047 views

    This sermon encourages believers to perceive, pursue, and preserve a personal, intimate relationship with God, which will guide and shape their lives.

    Good day, dear friends, and welcome once again to our shared space of faith and fellowship. We gather here, not as strangers passing in the night, but as brothers and sisters, united by a common bond that transcends the ordinary. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound revelation, an ...read more

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    Upon This Rock PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,285 views

    This sermon emphasizes our identity as part of God's prevailing church, built on Christ's foundation, invincible, and a beacon of hope in the world.

    Greetings, beloved family of God. It's such a joy to be gathered here today, united in faith, bound by love, and fortified by the eternal truth of God's Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our gracious Father, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together to consider a ...read more

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